Albert Lea Convention and Visitors Bureau

09/04/2026

🎃 Help Bring Oktoberween to Life! 👻

We're looking for volunteers for Oktoberween on October 23, 24, 30 & 31! Help scare guests in the haunted house, assist with setup and teardown, welcome visitors, and more. It's a fun way to give back, meet new people, and make Halloween unforgettable!

🎃 Ready to haunt with us?
🔗 https://www.oktoberween.com/volunteer

09/02/2026

🎃 Calling local businesses & organizations! 👻
This Halloween, we’re bringing trick-or-treating into the Freeborn County Historical Museum Village for a fun, old-fashioned Halloween experience!

On Saturday, October 31 from 12:30–3:00 PM, families will make their way through the historic village, stopping at buildings and designated spaces to collect candy along the way.

We’re looking for local businesses, nonprofits, clubs and organizations to join the fun! Pick a spot, add some light Halloween decorating, bring your own candy and help us create a memorable afternoon for local families. 🍬🎃

It’s an easy and FUN way to get your organization involved and connect with the community!

👉 Sign up your organization here:
https://forms.gle/ad1vTPGr3Gyz2zV97

Spots are available throughout the village, so grab yours and help us make Oktoberween a Halloween to remember! 👻🍭

09/02/2026

Experience a day full of Czech heritage, delicious food, live music, family fun, and community at Czech Fest hosted by the Friends of the Bohemian Brick Hall!

💵 FREE ADMISSION!

🌦️ Rain or Shine – Bring Your Lawn Chair!

09/02/2026

We're so thankful for Belinda's hard work in our office! Thank you Belinda for all you do! Congrats to your 1 year!

Today, we celebrate the 1-year work anniversary of our admin-extraordinaire, Belinda Hammitt Alkula! Thank you, Belinda, for your exquisite attention to detail and for helping to make every single person’s interaction with the chamber that much brighter! ❤️

08/31/2026

🎷 Celebrate the close of another great Thursdays on Fountain season with Freeborn Jazz! Join us at Fountain Lake Park this Thursday for a relaxing evening of FREE live music by the lake.

Thursdays on Fountain wraps up the season on September 3 with Freeborn Jazz!
Join us at Fountain Lake Park for an evening of outstanding live jazz featuring talented local musicians from Freeborn Jazz. It's the perfect way to spend a late summer evening with great music, beautiful lakeside views, and wonderful company.

https://www.facebook.com/share/1HMDyrEB4U/

Bring a lawn chair, invite your friends, and help us close out another fantastic Thursdays on Fountain season!

Thursday, September 3
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Fountain Lake Park – Albert Lea

Free live music. Great community. One final summer evening to remember.

08/31/2026

It's almost time to say goodbye to summer! 😔

Looking for something to do? We’ve got you covered!

Check out the latest Lake Land Forecast to see what’s coming up and don’t miss our Community Calendar packed with events happening in and around Albert Lea. 🎉

👉 https://ow.ly/4zL850XGWS1

We offer an accessible version of all local events on our website, designed to support a range of user needs.

08/28/2026

🎶 Steve Boyken

👻 Kick off Halloween weekend with live music from Steve Boyken! Join us at Oktoberween on October 30 from 7:00–9:30 PM. It's the perfect excuse to throw on a costume and celebrate the season with us.

🎟️ Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/192AKN9jM7/

08/25/2026

We're clearing out the rest of our merch!

Stop by the CVB for the end of the summer FLASH SALE!